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Master-Crafted Anterior & Posterior Aesthetics

Layered Ceramics

Our master ceramists meticulously layer authentic aesthetic porcelain to match natural optical translucency, mammelons, and subtle micro-textures. Designed for discriminating smile makeovers and demanding anterior cases.

Available Restorations in this Category (4)

Porcelain Fused to Zirconia (PFZ)

Most Aesthetic
High-strength translucent zirconia coping layered with premium feldspathic porcelain for unmatched lifelike depth without metal darkness.
5–7 In-Lab Days
Primary Indications
  • Anterior crowns & bridges
  • High cosmetic smile design
  • Posterior multi-unit bridges
Raw Materials / Formulations
  • Zirconia coping
  • Noritake / Vita porcelain
Laboratory Features
  • Zero black margin risk
  • High flexural strength coping
  • Natural light transmission
  • Custom shade mapping available

Porcelain Fused to Metal (PFM)

Time-tested classic restoration combining the structural rigidity of precision-cast alloy with aesthetic layered ceramic.
5–7 In-Lab Days
Primary Indications
  • Crowns & long-span bridges
  • Cases with heavy occlusal forces
  • Precision attachment cases
Raw Materials / Formulations
  • High Noble (Gold)
  • Noble (Semi-Precious)
  • Base Alloy
Laboratory Features
  • Proven clinical track record
  • Reinforced porcelain margins
  • High durability for bridges
  • Precision margin fit

Captek™ Crowns & Bridges

Micro-composite 88% gold coping technology providing warm golden undertones that mirror natural dentin with superior gingival health.
6–8 In-Lab Days
Primary Indications
  • Anterior crowns
  • Periodontally sensitive cases
  • Cosmetic single units
Raw Materials / Formulations
  • 88% Gold / 9% Platinum matrix
  • Layered porcelain
Laboratory Features
  • Bacteriostatic gold foundation
  • Warm vital vitality
  • Ideal gingival tissue response
  • No dark margins

Ivoclar IPS e.max® Layered

Lithium disilicate glass ceramic core micro-layered with IPS e.max Ceram for the gold standard in cosmetic smile architecture.
5–7 In-Lab Days
Primary Indications
  • Anterior veneers & crowns
  • Smile design reconstructions
  • Thin preparation restorations
Raw Materials / Formulations
  • IPS e.max Press / CAD core
  • IPS e.max Ceram
Laboratory Features
  • Industry standard for beauty
  • Natural enamel luminescence
  • Adhesive or conventional bonding
  • Micro-cutback layering